You should never stop learning (in youth ministry and in life)! Chris and Jeremy talk about the importance of gaining a fresh perspective from people who may be new to youth ministry as well as learning from veterans who have experienced a lot. Attending youth ministry conferences and seminars is an opportunity to network and gain new resources, as well as meet with other youth workers, and worship in a space where you aren't in charge.

Is it ok for a youth worker to be out of the loop on pop culture? Jeremy and Chris answer this question and so much more as they discuss Wednesday Addams.

After talking about rookie mistakes in youth ministry in our last episode, Chris and Jeremy sit down to talk about veteran mistakes this week.

Chris and Jeremy sit down to talk about rookie mistakes that you want to avoid when getting started in youth ministry.

Chris and Jeremy talk about teenage emotions. The science behind behavior, how to respond and connect with teens, and avoiding emotional manipulation.

This week, Jeremy and Christ sit down with Court VonLindern from the Mountain Sky Conference to talk about inclusiveness and what that should look like in your youth ministry. We also talk about what happens when a youth ministry is accepting, but the congregation as a whole isn't, and what you as a youth leader can do to be supportive.

Chris and Jeremy share their favorite big event ideas that have the biggest pay off with the lowest cost and prep.

A common trend among teens is to attend multiple churches for various events, and have a somewhat "a la carte" church experience. Chris and Jeremy sit down and talk about how to flip the script and look at the positive aspect.

This week we talk about how to fire a volunteer. Maybe they are just in the wrong volunteer role and a simple move is all they need. Maybe they are toxic and you might need some backup to approach the subject. Whatever the situation, Chris and Jeremy have your back with tips on how to best handle things.

Chris & Jeremy discuss the inevitable issue that happens in every youth ministry...conflict...among adults. And how to deal with it.